What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pastry Cook position at BLACKBERRY FARM?
Job Details
Description and Qualifications
SUMMARY
The Pastry Cook is responsible for the plating and production of desserts.
Must have the flexibility to work weekends and holidays.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Maintains cleanliness and organization of workspace
- Communicates pastry-specific supply and equipment needs
- Rotates and monitors all raw and finished products
- Follows dessert production rotation
- Completes weekly ice cream inventory
- Sets up pastry line for dessert plating
- Bakes fresh bread throughout nightly service
- Produces all minor dessert components
- Cleans station following service
- Maintains awareness of upcoming events
- Assists with in-room dining dessert production
- Aids in recipe and menu development
- Helps with receiving as needed
Must comply with all company policies and procedures.
To perform the essential functions of this position regular and consistent attendance is required.
Must be able to work well with other Team Members and Managers and interact with our guests.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE
Culinary Education preferred and a minimum of 1-year experience in Restaurant and Pastry
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Must be able to write and speak clearly and effectively
Must be able to compose effective recipes
Must be able to effectively communicate with guests, team members, and managers
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Must be able to convert recipes into larger and smaller batches as needed
Must thoroughly understand weights, measures, and conversion of both
REASONING ABILITY
Must be able to exercise judgment and make decisions based on job knowledge and awareness of company goals
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to be on feet for a long period of time
Requires constant bending, stooping, and reaching
Must be able to operate a company vehicle or golf cart safely
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Professional kitchen
1,400 acres of High Hampton property
Disclaimer: This job description reflects the assignment of the essential functions of the current position, but does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The critical features are specified but are subject to change at any time for various reasons, including management discretion.
About High Hampton
High Hampton, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, has inspired residents and guests to connect with nature and each other for 96 years. Amenities at this 3,600-foot elevation, 1,400-acre property include a myriad of seasonal events, a scenic mountain golf course redesigned by Tom Fazio, five tennis courts, 15-miles of hiking trails, a 35-acre private lake for swimming, boating, fishing, and other water-related activities and top-notch high country cuisine.
For immediate application and interview, please stop by our Operations Center located at 82 White Owl Lane, Cashiers, NC 28717 between the hours of 9 am and 4 pm, Monday- Friday. Please bring your resume or your employment history.
High Hampton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.